Checking Fluid Level

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION Checking Fluid Level
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NOTE: Numbers in text refer to numbers in figures.

Check lubricant at fill hole (2). For E60 vehicles, see Fig 1 . For Z4, see Fig 2 . Lubricant should be at bottom of filler plug hole. Tighten Plug to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .

Fig 1: Locating Transmission Oil Drain & Filler Plug (E60)
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